International Magazine for Cosmetics and Fragrances
Since customers like to use products that are easy to use but have a variety of effects, the market for multifunctional active ingredients is growing more and more. Protection and care are also increasingly in demand when it comes to sun protection. Latest research results show that Dunaliella salina has special properties for this topic.
The demand is great and continues to grow – but what is really behind the label? In fact, the ideas of clean cosmetics are of a different nature. Dr Barbara Olioso knows how important a clear definition would be and in which direction the trend is moving.
Sustainability has become an integral part of the cosmetics industry. One of the manifestations of this development is the rising number of sustainability schemes and ethical labels. Amarjit Sahota gives an overview of the ethical labelling trend in the cosmetics industry.
The coronavirus pandemic has left its mark in the beauty industry. Many companies have adapted to the changed conditions – be it by compensating for temporarily lost business sectors or by adapting to the new needs of customers. Dr Phillippe Ch. Auderset talks about the current situation in Switzerland.
Many companies claim to be working on the environmental friendliness of their products. But how can the industry as a whole become more sustainable? Olivia Hagan looks at different aspects and shows what the current state of affairs is.
Risk assessments consider end use exposure but may not consider other stages of the product life cycle. Chemical hazard assessments provide a standard to compare human and enivronmental impacts. Chemicals with lower ineherent hazard will generally have less risk.
Due to the EU-wide plastic levy, member states must pay a fee for non-recycled plastic waste. How the individual countries allocate these costs to the market participants varies greatly. Here you will find an overview of the status.
The trend for products with dermocosmetic properties is gaining momentum in the cosmetics industry. But what exactly is behind it? Why are these products so popular among consumers? Lucilene Veira Nunes shares her insights about the available solutions for cosmetic manufacturers in this expanding category.
Since demands, legal requirements and customer wishes are constantly evolving for sun care products, continuous development is essential. Stanislaw Krus talks about the latest knowledge, safety, and quality standards.
Powered by an incredible consumer demand, the term “clean” is conquering the global beauty industry at an astonishing pace. Dagmar Chlosta knows why clean cosmetics is so popular and where the origins were.
Social media can be a blessing and a curse on a brand’s image. Mojgan Moddaresi knows how companies can prevent false claims from spreading on the Internet.
Social media has played a major role in the marketing of brands and products for a while. But what about influencers? Eric Dahan knows the potential and limitations that exist here for the beauty industry.
Since natural ingredients such as apricot kernel oil can be produced with high quality and at the same time sustainably, partnerships with local experts are essential. Ralf Kunert reveals what this connection can do.
The fragrance of a cosmetic product is not just a distinguishing feature of a brand or a line. Especially with the younger generations, who have not been loyal to the brand for long, it is an important purchase criterion. Sylvain Massé reports on the latest marketing trends in terms of fragrances in cosmetic products.
On 1st May, a new regulation for the placing of cosmetic products on the market came into force in China. The Cosmetic Supervision and Administration Regulation (CSAR) is not only the strictest regulation in China to date, but also provides for a partial ban on animal testing.
Well-being is a strong innovation driver for the cosmetic industry. In addition, the population is ageing. So, there is an increasing demand in specific active ingredients targeting the group of Silver Agers. Petra Schlegel presents the results of a corresponding research project.
Nowadays, when unnecessary contact and thus touch should be avoided, body care products not only promise healthy skin but also want to ensure more well-being thanks to a new approach. Leyre Cueva explains how sensocosmetics works and what it can do.
The skin microbiome is usually so stable that it is not immediately unbalanced by external influences. It is therefore worth taking a closer look at which factors play a role in a healthy microbiome and how they can have a positive effect.
Solid cosmetics, mostly in the form of bars, are not only on the rise in hair care. What are the advantages and where are possible pitfalls in development? Dr Barbara Olioso gives an insight into the background.
Consumers are increasingly demanding natural cosmetics. To fulfil these wishes, formulators have to consider a lot. The origin of the ingredients and their ecological harmlessness as well as the safety of the products are important factors.